Vision and Mission

BCSS Vision

Bridger Creative Science School is a focus-option K-8 serving the diverse students and families in Portland Public Schools. Our constructivist approach to learning ensures that all of our students become critical, reflective thinkers, courageous problem-solvers, and engaged, compassionate community builders. 

BCSS Mission

Through the deliberate use of relationship-building experiences, exploration of essential questions, and integration of multiple perspectives, we inspire students to actively participate in their education and create tangible evidence of meaningful learning. 

Core Principles

• Bridger Creative Science School (BCSS) is based on constructivist beliefs and theories

• At BCSS, learning and teaching are interconnected

• At BCSS, curriculum is created with the focus on “big ideas” and the connection between those ideas. 

• At BCSS, reflection and assessment are interwoven into daily activities and projects

• At BCSS, we strive for creativity and autonomy to enhance a sense of personal satisfaction and success for everyone. 

5 Constructivist Tenets for BCSS

1. Activities and experiences are developed around big ideas.

2. Students solve problems that are authentic and meaningful to them.

3. Students’ points of view are sought out and valued.

4. Classroom activities challenge students’ current thinking.

5. Assessment occurs within the context of daily teaching.